Rockler Bench Dog® ProMAX Cast Router Table without Plate (40-102)

Use your table saw as a base for this cast iron router table top! Saves lots of space, and uses one of the most sturdy anchors in your shop to cut vibration and noise. Great for combining with router lifts.

Overview

Expand your table saw's versatility by adding this industrial grade router table in place of the extension wing. Perfect for shops where space is tight, ProMAX includes a cast-iron top, Bench Dog's 28" ProFence, a miter gauge track that adjusts for a no-slop fit. If workspace is an issue, the ProMAX has you covered. Its dual fence slot configuration lets you rotate the fence and work from either side of the table to maximize surface area. Plus, with a third miter slot at its disposal, your table saw becomes perfectly equipped to handle crosscut sleds.

Your table saw needs to be 27” deep and 1-1/2” thick to work with the Rockler Bench Dog® ProMAX Cast Router Table. The holes on the Promax should match at least three holes on your saw or you may need to drill additional holes in the Promax table. The ProMax mounting hole pattern can be found under Technical Downloads.

Important Notes

ProMAX cannot be installed as a left extension replacement on left tilt "cabinet" grade table saws because the table saw's motor protrudes to the left. Nor can ProMAX be installed as a right extension replacement on right tilt "cabinet" grade table saws for the same reason. Mounting ProMAX to the far right will avoid the protruding motors, however, ProMAX must be supported with two steel rails that also support your T-square style rip fence and legs.

I have limited space for additional table based tools. I am doing crafted projects not high volume production. This will fit perfectly in my shop and on my table saw without eating up additional work space.

This is a well designed router table. Extremely durable and fits most table saws, or at least it fit mine. This router table is a real asset when it comes to getting it right the first time, and for longer pieces of wood.

I added this router table as an extension wing to my table saw. This is my second router table from Rockler, and this one is now used as the primary router table in the shop. Both tables are from Rockler, and each is fitted up with the same lift and router motor.

I have wanted this table, which attaches to my saw, for some time. This space saving table doubling as a table saw wing is also cast iron which I expect to reduce vibration, increase stability and provide a fairly large routing platform. It comes with a nice fence.

I have limited space for additional table based tools. I am doing crafted projects not high volume production. This will fit perfectly in my shop and on my table saw without eating up additional work space.

This is a well designed router table. Extremely durable and fits most table saws, or at least it fit mine. This router table is a real asset when it comes to getting it right the first time, and for longer pieces of wood.

I added this router table as an extension wing to my table saw. This is my second router table from Rockler, and this one is now used as the primary router table in the shop. Both tables are from Rockler, and each is fitted up with the same lift and router motor.

I have wanted this table, which attaches to my saw, for some time. This space saving table doubling as a table saw wing is also cast iron which I expect to reduce vibration, increase stability and provide a fairly large routing platform. It comes with a nice fence.

Will this fit 36-5152 Delta Left Tilt Table Saw with 52-Inch RH Rip and will it work with Rockler Bench Dog® 40-150 ProLift Router Adjustment System and will that work with my Porter Cable 7518 fixed base router?

The inset is deeper. I don't know actual depth, but there are leveling screws that lift the plate to be flush with table top and screws to lock it down. This set up allows for different plate thicknesses. I am pretty sure you have plenty of room to work with. BTW - this is an excellent router table. It is very stable and absolutely true every way I measured it.

Ed, I have one of the older Rockler table tops, so I had to rout a larger and deeper opening in the table top in order for the Icra (JessM) lift to fit, fairly simple using a pattern bit. I don't believe you have the same option with the Bench dog if it's a metal table.

I have it on my left tilt unisaw with no issues. I use a Milwaukee router with the d arms on the fixed base removed to prevent interference with the unisaw tilt adjustment. if the you are using a Hitachi base and not mounting it into a 3rd party lift, you may have to remove its arms (if it has any). Most 3rd party lifts like rockler, woodpecker will work with the configuration you are envisioning and I'm implementing.

I have it on my left tilt unisaw with no issues. I use a Milwaukee router with the d arms on the fixed base removed to prevent interference with the unisaw tilt adjustment. if the you are using a Hitachi base and not mounting it into a 3rd party lift, you may have to remove its arms (if it has any). Most 3rd party lifts like rockler, woodpecker will work with the configuration you are envisioning and I'm implementing.

I do not know. I put this extension on the right side of my unisaw. I went to my shop and measured my saw to the left. The center of the router mount is 8 inches from the edge. If I leave my saw as assembled with the original extension to the left in place then mounted the router table it will clear easily. Remember my saw has a stock extension and I would have to drill the table to mount the router table which is no problem I am willing to answer other question about this unit. Mine works very well.

Here's the input I can have on this. I mounted mine on the left side of a Delta HD shaper (circa 1959) which has the same cabinet and top as a Unisaw. I also have a Unisaw from the same era. This bevel handle you mention requires a 5.5" clearance. The PC router I have mounted only gives about 5" clearance, so that would not work on the Unisaw. Question is, is your Hitachi smaller in circumference than the PC, which is a very large router? Hope this helps.Greg

Mine is on left side of my Unisaw and bevel tilt works. A little tougher to rotate because I can't go 360 without removing my hand from the handle (have to rotate, let go, put my hand elsewhere on the wheel and continue rotating) but it's completely manageable. However, I use a Milwaukee router and bought it with this in mind. Compare the Hitachi to Milwaukee and see if its comparable. HTH

Thank you Paul. I am curious, the overview states there is no need to attach the table plate to the fence rail, am I reading this wrong,or did you elect to install that way for additional support, or fence rail alignment?

Thank you Paul. I am curious, the overview states there is no need to attach the table plate to the fence rail, am I reading this wrong,or did you elect to install that way for additional support, or fence rail alignment?

BEST ANSWER:I purchased this table to install on an older Craftsman saw table. All the pieces fit very wellIt did come with a very good fence with vacuum attach pointThe fence was a solid fence. The table included hanging hooks underneath to store the fence out of way.

BEST ANSWER:I purchased this table to install on an older Craftsman saw table. All the pieces fit very wellIt did come with a very good fence with vacuum attach pointThe fence was a solid fence. The table included hanging hooks underneath to store the fence out of way.

BEST ANSWER:I treat it the same way I treat my table saw. I use paste wax a couple of times a year. I do not let eather rust. If you do have some Rudy, I recommend 00ste wool and oil. Just put oil on the table and rub it with the steel.

BEST ANSWER:I treat it the same way I treat my table saw. I use paste wax a couple of times a year. I do not let eather rust. If you do have some Rudy, I recommend 00ste wool and oil. Just put oil on the table and rub it with the steel.

I have a Delta table saw model 36-725. I'm a bit confused as to which extension this table would replace - the right or left (view from the cutting position)? I'm also curious if it will actually fit this Delta model. Lastly - I'm assuming I will still need (in addition to the router lift) an on/off switch, yes??

BEST ANSWER:It replaces the right extension. As for on/off switch, I just reach underneath and switch on and off the router right on the unit itself. You can certainly get a third party on/off switch or speed control, etc, but not necessary.

BEST ANSWER:It replaces the right extension. As for on/off switch, I just reach underneath and switch on and off the router right on the unit itself. You can certainly get a third party on/off switch or speed control, etc, but not necessary.

This table extension will fit any table that is 27" from front to back. It will fit either the right or left side. If you install it on the left you will not have to make any adjustments to your fence, (assuming the fence is mounted on the right side.) Likewise if you mount it on the right side if your fence mounting slide is mounted on your current extension you "may" have to drill some holes to mount the fence slide. The extension does have some holes pre-drilled for this purpose and very likely they would line up with your Delta. I have a Craftsman table saw so I can not say what you will need, just that the Bench Dog is very precision made surface and comes with a wide selection of hardware to fit most table saws.The table does come with it's own fence so I believe it is recommended it be installed on the left side.The table does NOT come with a power switch. I used the switch on the router but buying an extra external switch sounds like a good idea. The only thing, the Bench Dog has two "hooks" on the end to hang the Bench dog fence when not using it and would be in the way of installing a switch on the end. You could install a switch on the front though.This table is VERY heavy (60 Lbs.) and should have two people to install.Read the down loadable manual on Rockwell's site and it should answer many questions. It may look a little difficult to install but the step by step directions are pretty good. Lining it up flat to the current table saw was the biggest challenge, but if you take your time it is time well spent.

The picture here and the specifications would answer your questions. My router table is on the left just like the picture as my fence "ruler" (measuring guide) is on the right. My Jet table rails are exactly as needed, 27-1/4 so this accessory fits perfectly (with the included spacer). I needed to drill one extra hole in both rails to mount the router table, but the holes where the router table meets the table saw were a match without modification. Every router (at least all the one's I've owned, including the one I bought for this table) has it's own built in switch.

You should be able to mount on either side. I have a rigid hybrid saw and tried both sides and ultimately went with the right side. Depending on what kind of router you have you would not necessarily need an on/off swith other than what is already on your router. A router lift would also depend on which router you have.

BEST ANSWER:I installed this router table on a shop fox 1819. The installation was pretty much straight forward but I did need to drill two holes in the rails, but not in any cast iron. One tip, get some help to install this as it is very heavy. I absolutely love the table. The fence is great, an all accessories at top notch. Sorry I cannot help further. Charlie JohnsonWooden It Be Nice inc.

BEST ANSWER:I installed this router table on a shop fox 1819. The installation was pretty much straight forward but I did need to drill two holes in the rails, but not in any cast iron. One tip, get some help to install this as it is very heavy. I absolutely love the table. The fence is great, an all accessories at top notch. Sorry I cannot help further. Charlie JohnsonWooden It Be Nice inc.

Do not know about the Powermatic saw. Mounted mine to an older Sears 10 saw. I took a template of my bolt pattern to the Rockler store to verify it would fit. Bolted right on. Bench Dog is a great table wing that I mount my router on. Heavy so no real vibration. Have used it a lot. Excellent product.

Is there any way to mount a dust collection box underneath (around the router), like the Incra Cleansweep or something homemade? Looking at the pictures in the manual, it looks like it would be difficult, if not I impossible.

BEST ANSWER:You probably could. There are four holes near the corners, two are in front for the hooks to hang the router fence but there are two more in back. You could make a box with an lip with holes in the front and still mount the hooks and use the nuts with them to secure the box lip. There are also multiple holes beneath the router plate to level the plate, you probably don't need to use all of them to level it so a couple could be used to mount a box.

BEST ANSWER:You probably could. There are four holes near the corners, two are in front for the hooks to hang the router fence but there are two more in back. You could make a box with an lip with holes in the front and still mount the hooks and use the nuts with them to secure the box lip. There are also multiple holes beneath the router plate to level the plate, you probably don't need to use all of them to level it so a couple could be used to mount a box.

I built a cabinet around the Router with dust collection and drawers under it for my bits and wrenches. You could also drill and tap. Mine just simply presses hard against the bottom and provides support to the entire table. Its also mounted to the right side instead of the left so it doesn't interfere with the motor. Its a great addition and I use it a lot. Very glad I did it. I would post a pic but I can't see a way to do it.

Thanks, don't think that will work for me as I plan to mount in the left side of my Delta contractor saw, replacing an existing smaller cast iron wing, since the right side has a long extension table and the saw and table sit in a roller system. I may be able to drill/tap something, but given my mobile setup, I don't want a cabinet underneath.

BEST ANSWER:I installed the table on the right side of my Craftsman (RH when facing the saw) after I removed the composite wing on that end. Some of the holes in the router table did not match with the holes on the metal part of the saw table but I was able to drill new holes in the Craftsmans iron top and mount the table. Everything has worked fine and provides a nice stable surface for the router. I also purchased a lift and router with the table so everything works together Hope this helps.

BEST ANSWER:I installed the table on the right side of my Craftsman (RH when facing the saw) after I removed the composite wing on that end. Some of the holes in the router table did not match with the holes on the metal part of the saw table but I was able to drill new holes in the Craftsmans iron top and mount the table. Everything has worked fine and provides a nice stable surface for the router. I also purchased a lift and router with the table so everything works together Hope this helps.

The manual says the ProMAX router table extension will fit any table saw with at least 27 inches of depth. The diagrams in the manual show them attaching it to a Delta table saw although they don't give the model. I mounted mine on a Grizzle table saw and it fit perfect. There are multiple mounting hole options so it should fit.

The bench dog table is designed to be adaptable to many brands of saws. Mine is on a Laguna and I installed it in about an hour. I drilled 1 hole that was probably unnecessary, but I could likely stand on it. You could contact Benchdog to confirm, but I ordered mine with the idea I would return it if it didn't fit. I doubt you would have an issue.

BEST ANSWER:If you have front and back angle iron supports for a "T" style fence system that extend at least half the width of the router extension, you should be ok. You can drill a hole though the fence and extension table and bolt the table to the fence to keep the table from drooping and keep it even with the saw table. If you don't have angle iron supports or can't add any, then I would go with legs.

BEST ANSWER:If you have front and back angle iron supports for a "T" style fence system that extend at least half the width of the router extension, you should be ok. You can drill a hole though the fence and extension table and bolt the table to the fence to keep the table from drooping and keep it even with the saw table. If you don't have angle iron supports or can't add any, then I would go with legs.

This does not need extension legs, nor does it need to be hooked to your rail system. This needs only to be bolted to the holes reserved for the cast or steel extensions on the side of your saw. (It will replace one of those extensions)

BEST ANSWER:The only limitation I would see is if the holes don't line up on the metal stand. If they line up, or you have a way around it if they don't, I would expect it to work just fine. You would also want to be sure that no part of the stand will be in the way for the router underneath. Other than that, I would expect it to work just fine.

BEST ANSWER:The only limitation I would see is if the holes don't line up on the metal stand. If they line up, or you have a way around it if they don't, I would expect it to work just fine. You would also want to be sure that no part of the stand will be in the way for the router underneath. Other than that, I would expect it to work just fine.

I understand that it will not replace the left extension of my 36-L31X Unisae because of the motor cover, but is there a problem mounting it to my extension? The end of my extension has the 3 mounting holes, but does the front and back of the bench dog need to be supported?

BEST ANSWER:Two holes on the one I bought matched and two holes did not match. I assembled the table with the two bolts that matched and marked the location of the holes that did not match. Disassembled the table and carefully center punched and drilled clearance holes for two 5/16-18 grade 8 (or 1/2-13 if desired), hex head bolts. I also assembled the table using Nyloc nuts instead of regular nuts with lock washers. If none of your holes match, try assembling the table with heavy duty clamps and mark the hole locations. The table is heavy so you may have to set up a platform to help hold the table in place while clamping. If you have holes that almost match, elongate the holes on the cast iron table with a round file. Make sure you use heavy duty washers to make sure the bolt heads and nuts have sufficient holding surface. Filing is not as exact as drilling so clearances may be larger. Cast iron files well so the hole should elongate easily. Hope this helps

Thanks for the answer Victor, my saw has three 5/16" bolt holes and none match the Bench Dog. It also appears the outer holes on my saw will line up very closely with two of the thicker casting supports near the holes in the Bench Dog. I'll do as you suggest and hope the re-drilled holes don't interfere with those thick areas.

BEST ANSWER:Two holes on the one I bought matched and two holes did not match. I assembled the table with the two bolts that matched and marked the location of the holes that did not match. Disassembled the table and carefully center punched and drilled clearance holes for two 5/16-18 grade 8 (or 1/2-13 if desired), hex head bolts. I also assembled the table using Nyloc nuts instead of regular nuts with lock washers. If none of your holes match, try assembling the table with heavy duty clamps and mark the hole locations. The table is heavy so you may have to set up a platform to help hold the table in place while clamping. If you have holes that almost match, elongate the holes on the cast iron table with a round file. Make sure you use heavy duty washers to make sure the bolt heads and nuts have sufficient holding surface. Filing is not as exact as drilling so clearances may be larger. Cast iron files well so the hole should elongate easily. Hope this helps

Thanks for the answer Victor, my saw has three 5/16" bolt holes and none match the Bench Dog. It also appears the outer holes on my saw will line up very closely with two of the thicker casting supports near the holes in the Bench Dog. I'll do as you suggest and hope the re-drilled holes don't interfere with those thick areas.

BEST ANSWER:Mike, I used the ProMAX on a 1983 Craftsmen 113 which worked very well indeed. I now have a Delta 5100. It wasn't a direct fit so instead of drilling the cast iron table I drilled the holes were needed in the side rails. I then connected the bolts loosely and applied small clamps used on uni-strut to the table saw/router table edges. I lined the tables up and tightened all the bolts. It's not exactly good crafts work on my part but it works.By the way the Delta has cast iron wings that with the Pro MAX top provides a large, sturdy table top, a 15 amp. Motor, and a very mobile table saw. It's ideal for do-it-yourself or hobby type woodworker. I suspect you can devise a way to fit a Jet saw. Have you looked on U- Tube or the contacted the manufacturer ?

BEST ANSWER:Mike, I used the ProMAX on a 1983 Craftsmen 113 which worked very well indeed. I now have a Delta 5100. It wasn't a direct fit so instead of drilling the cast iron table I drilled the holes were needed in the side rails. I then connected the bolts loosely and applied small clamps used on uni-strut to the table saw/router table edges. I lined the tables up and tightened all the bolts. It's not exactly good crafts work on my part but it works.By the way the Delta has cast iron wings that with the Pro MAX top provides a large, sturdy table top, a 15 amp. Motor, and a very mobile table saw. It's ideal for do-it-yourself or hobby type woodworker. I suspect you can devise a way to fit a Jet saw. Have you looked on U- Tube or the contacted the manufacturer ?

This is one of the greatest additions I have done to my shop. I was using the little Rockler clamp-on trim router table for a long time. Finally, the laminate surface started peeling up from the mdf base and it was making my job difficult. When I bought the Laguna Fusion table saw, I knew I needed to add the Bench Dog cast iron router table to the end of it, and I'm so glad i did! Now I have MILES of cast iron tabletop. Very heavy duty and well made. I'm looking forward to adding the Incra lift soon!

Added this to my Powermatic 64A in place of the factory extension. Had to get a little creative with the bolts for it to flush up but no big deal. Installed the Rockler router lift and currently using a Porter Cable 690 router.

My Bench Dog table is great. I attached it to my Saw Stop, which provides a larger work area when doing Dados. But, you do need a guide bar to keep the work straight and even. Haven't ventured into using my Dado Blade for the Saw Stop ... yet.

I found the Bench Dog a nice addition to my table saw. Fits any table saw that is 27 inches front to back. can be mounted right or left side but is recommended to mount it on the left. It comes with it's own fence that has hangers to store it when not being used.Very heavy and should have two people to install. Allow plenty of time to adjust the table top to your saw top and plenty of time to adjust the router plate (not included) to the table top. Both will be time well spent.This may require some shimming (not included) to get the table to be parallel to the existing table top. again time well spent.

Packaged well, easy install and works great on my General International 50-220M1! I drilled a hole for my Titon Router's above table crank. I have put it to good user already and wish I would have purchased it way before now!

This is a HUGE advantage in terms of accurate work and less clutter in my shop. I have it mounted on the right side of a Powermatic PM1000 with a custom enclosure/cabinet and its one of my favorite additions.

I bought this even after reading others comments about not fitting their saw, I just planned on drilling new holes! Cast iron is soft and easy to drill, if you can't manage this project, you probably don't have use for a router in the first place. This thing is rock solid!

I have a very old table saw that I purchased used. This extension to the table was relatively easy to install and I've been using it for the past year or so.

I really couldn't be more pleased with this router table. It is very sturdy and allows for any kind of routing that can be performed on a table.

It is very well made and I simply love it. I don't have a single complaint. I've used it mostly for rabbet cut routing and it takes longer to get the adjustment just right than it does to router a board. Once you have it positioned the way you want it, you can do many cuts with precisely the same results.

I've used it for other routing as well and it works perfectly. It is definitely worth the price. I really can't see why a person would need any other router table after using this one.

Fit my Sears table saw just fine! Increased the size of my table and provided me with good fence so I don't have to convert my table saw fence. It actually is a space saver because I don't need a separate router table.